UB200N5 Apply and maintain nail enhancements
to create a natural finish
Single unit assessment
Multiple choice question paper
Paper 1 of 2
(Paper A)

 

 

1. How could a treatment be adapted for a client with very flat nail plates?

Answer : Use more product in the apex area to build and form a ‘c’ curve

2. How should a treatment be adapted for a client with short, bitten nails?

Answer : Size and saddle tip, reduce contact area, cut tip short and apply overlay

3. What is a key difference between gel enhancements and liquid and powder acrylic systems? For gel enhancements

Answer : UV light is used in the curing process

4. Which of the following is true when comparing acrylic nail systems to gel? Acrylic nail systems

Answer : combine powder and liquid to initiate the curing process

5. What is one of the key differences between wrap systems and gel or acrylic nail systems? Wrap systems are

Answer : quick and easy to remove

6. Which of the following describes some of the advantages and disadvantages of gel nail enhancements?

Answer : Shiny finish, easy to apply, not as strong as acrylic

7. Which of the following describes some of the advantages and disadvantages associated with wrap nail systems?

Answer : Natural looking, less filing required, expensive

8. Which of the following describes some of the advantages and disadvantages associated with acrylic nail enhancements?

Answer : Good moulding qualities, strong nails, strong odour

9. What factors should be taken into consideration when choosing a nail enhancement system?

Answer : Lifestyle, activity level, nail shape and fashion choice

10. What techniques should be used to avoid chemical overexposure?

Answer : Work cleanly, avoid skin contact and use correct ratios of product to prevent an allergic reaction

11. Which of the following could occur as the result of incorrect application and removal techniques?

Answer : Ridged nails, cuts and abrasions to cuticles and overexposure

12. What would happen if the nail plate was overly prepared when using a grit block or file?

Answer : The nail would become thinner and damaged

13. What method of repair could be recommended to a client with flaking nails?

Answer : Use a wrap system followed by application of cuticle oil twice a day

14. Which of the following is the most suitable way to repair a broken, cracked or split natural nail?

Answer : Use mending fabric or acrylic to wrap or patch the affected nail

15. What methods of repair would be suitable for a nail enhancement that has slight lifting around the cuticle area?

Answer : Remove the loose gel with a file and buff

16. The technique of filing down and refilling an indentation with acrylic nail products, then finishing by filing and buffing the nail would be used for

Answer : a cracked nail

17. When would you remove an existing nail enhancement and replace with a new one?

Answer : Where discolouration of the nail enhancement has occurred

18. When would you use the technique of re-applying a new tip and product?

Answer : If premature loss of the nail enhancement has occurred

19. What is the recommended interval between maintenance treatments?

Answer : 2-3 weeks

20. Why are clients asked to return to the salon for maintenance treatments?

Answer : To maintain the appearance of the nails

21. What should be done if a client experiences an allergic reaction either during or after a nail enhancement application?

Answer : Remove the product correctly and refer them to their GP if symptoms persist

22. What is the procedure for dealing with a client who appears to have a bacterial infection resulting in nail separation underneath nail enhancements?

Answer : Use the correct method to remove the nails and refer them to their GP

23. What would you advise a client whose nails have become discoloured?

Answer : Return to salon for replacement nails

24. Which of the following could be used as a temporary repair for accidental damage to a nail enhancement?

Answer : Place tissue and nail glue over area, then dry and buff